Registration is now open for the AscendRural 2026 National Summit, taking place Nov. 30-Dec. 2 at the Omni Viking Lakes Hotel in Eagan, Minn. The three-day national gathering will bring together rural thought leaders, community problem-solvers, healthcare and technology innovators, entrepreneurs, funders, and policymakers to explore what's working, what's next, and the partnerships needed to transform federal investments in rural America into lasting impact. 

AscendRural, a program of Sourcewell, is accepting applications for the Mental Health Ecosystem Accelerator, a four-week program connecting technology companies with rural stakeholders who are actively looking for solutions. The accelerator targets the gaps that make rural mental health care hard to coordinate. The curriculum is built to move selected companies toward a lasting partnership with a community partner.

AscendRural's managing director Melissa Kjolsing highlights the promise of pilots to drive city innovation.

Jose brings a distinguished background in rural healthcare leadership and community engagement.

AscendRural’s first symposium explores youth resilience pilot findings plus future programs

Five finalists selected for the Volunteer First Responder Innovation Challenge

AscendRural announces new research and evaluation partnership with Northwestern University.

Applications are due July 21, 2025. Benefits include a pilot opportunity worth up to $150,000.

Join us for a day of shared learning to support rural well-being.

AscendRural identifies three high-impact areas where broadband investments can deliver returns.

MN Cup and AscendRural are teaming up to bring innovation to rural communities.

Community leaders, technology partners tackle rural-focused challenges.